Cole's Smartphone Is Two Years Old and He Would Like

question 128

Multiple Choice

Cole's smartphone is two years old and he would like to have a new one. He is not a gadget freak. However, this time he wants to make sure that the phone he buys has a longer battery charge and better geographic coverage, since he is travels three days a week for his new job. Cole is most likely to use for this purchase.

• A) routinized response behavior
• B) limited decision making behavior
• C) perceptual mapping
• D) enduring involvement
• E) extended decision making behavior

Recognize the phenomenon of groupthink and its potential to lead to poor decision-making.

Understand the factors that can reduce the likelihood of groupthink and improve group decision-making quality.

Acknowledge the influence of situational factors on behavior and the potential for changing behaviors by altering situations.

Learn the importance of dissenting opinions in preventing groupthink and enhancing critical thinking within groups.

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Definitions:

Controlling Surroundings

The process of managing and manipulating the physical or social environment to achieve desired outcomes.

Receptive Mind-Set

An open and willing attitude to accept and consider new ideas or suggestions.

Technology

The application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry, where it involves the development and use of machinery, equipment, and software.

Messages

Information or communications sent from one person or group to another.